Lower Hours Litigation Associate – Junior to Mid-Level

Ryder Smith Legal Search
San Francisco, CA

Our client is a premier San Francisco litigation boutique that successfully balances a high-stakes practice with a sustainable culture. They are seeking a talented associate to join their team which is known for handling sophisticated, complex disputes while maintaining a billable hours expectation that is notably lower than peer firms.


The salary range for this role is estimated to be $170,000 to $207,000.


Hybrid working arrangements are permitted for this position.


The ideal candidate will have:

  • Active CA Bar membership in good standing.
  • A strong academic background (top law school or a strong GPA from a nationally recognized law school)
  • Between 1 and 9 years of litigation experience at a reputable law firm of any size.


To Apply

If you are interested in learning more about this opportunity (or others), please apply via LinkedIn with your resume in confidence to Katie. If your background is a match, we will be in touch with you prior to presenting your resume to our client.


Please note, we will only be able to respond to applicants who are a match for this opening (or one of our other active searches). However, each resume will be reviewed closely.


About Us

Ryder Smith Legal Search assists attorneys with searches across multiple practice areas in the major markets of both Northern and Southern California including the San Francisco Bay Area, Sacramento, Los Angeles, Orange County and San Diego. We are also available for searches in out-of-state markets. Our clients range in size from international and national law firms to established mid-size and boutique firms. For more information about our firm, please visit www.rydersmithlegal.com.

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